as in thankful
experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or delight
the news of the child's safe return made us all joyful
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Recent Examples of joyful
This dark, sensual, glittering tale explores a world dancing on the edge and the joyful defiance of the characters who inhabit it.
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Greg Evans, Deadline, 10 June 2025
As a coach and leader, my mission is to show that transformation can be not just powerful, but deeply engaging and joyful.
—Anna Boltenko, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
The couple — already the parents of two boys, Dutton, 4 in June, and Baker, 2½ — is now joyful about becoming a family of five in November.
—Nancy Kruh, People.com, 30 May 2025
Few things can bring such awe to adults who have already lived a full and eventful life, as very little can catch them off guard with a joyful revelation.
—Cathrine Todd, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
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Greg Evans, Deadline, 10 June 2025
As a coach and leader, my mission is to show that transformation can be not just powerful, but deeply engaging and joyful.
—Anna Boltenko, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
The couple — already the parents of two boys, Dutton, 4 in June, and Baker, 2½ — is now joyful about becoming a family of five in November.
—Nancy Kruh, People.com, 30 May 2025
Few things can bring such awe to adults who have already lived a full and eventful life, as very little can catch them off guard with a joyful revelation.
—Cathrine Todd, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for joyful
Adjective
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Knowing there was a chance his high school career could end with him at home sick, Geary was thankful his teammates came through and gave him another chance to play.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2025
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Voight pushed back on critics, arguing local leaders should be thankful for the president’s decision to deploy the National Guard.—
Ashleigh Fields,
The Hill,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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Magic officials are also delighted to add Bane, who brings a toughness similar to what Banchero, Wagner and Suggs already offer.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
16 June 2025
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But financial analysts on company earnings calls have been delighted.—
Heather Hollingsworth,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2025
Adjective
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The Giants were happy with the investment after year one of the deal.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 June 2025
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The weather was beautiful, the crowd polite, proud and happy.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2025
Adjective
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My guess, therefore, is that Hemsley and the other UnitedHealth executive will end up being glad about their May purchases.—
John Dorfman,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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But the Cubs were glad to be able to take three of four from the Pirates after hitting .189 (24 for 127) in the series.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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And this is only a glimpse at the markdowns to behold; keeping our shopping bug satisfied until the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale officially starts.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
19 June 2025
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Look for options that are low in carbs, high in fiber, and provide protein or healthy fats to avoid spikes and keep you satisfied.—
Lauren Manaker MS,
Health,
19 June 2025
Adjective
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The joyous event raised $1.1 million to support exhibitions, educational programs, and the preservation of the permanent collection of the oldest museum in the United States dedicated to Latino art and culture.—
Natasha Gural,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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At Palms Middle School, a public campus on the Westside of Los Angeles, the Trump administration's aggressive immigration crackdown in nation's second-largest city loomed large over an otherwise joyous middle school commencement ceremony on June 10.—
Kayla Jimenez,
USA Today,
12 June 2025
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“Joyful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/joyful. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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